Liberal views on the state

Question 1

J.S Mills

Answer 1

State should only interfere in individual affairs when necessary to prevent harm to others and that individuals should make their own choices how to live their lives

Question 2

Betty Friedan

Answer 2

Women aren’t discriminated in the workplace or denied access to opportunities based on their gender

Question 3

John Locke

Answer 3

Primary function of the government is to protect the natural rights of individuals

Question 4

John Rawls - quote

Answer 4

“The primary role of the state is to ensure that all citizens have access to basic rights and opportunities”